Cheesy Sausage and Sage Stuffing
Cheesy Sausage and Sage Stuffing is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 300°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 300°F.
Butter a shallow 13x9" baking dish and a large piece of foil.
Place 9 cups bread in a large bowl.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high.
Cook sausage, stirring occasionally and breaking into small pieces with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, 7–10 minutes.
Transfer to bowl with bread.
Place onions, celery, sage, and 2 Tbsp. butter in same skillet; season with salt and pepper.
Cook, stirring often, until onions are golden brown and soft, 10–12 minutes.
Add wine and cook, stirring occasionally, until almost completely evaporated, about 5 minutes; scrape into bowl with bread and sausage.
Whisk eggs and broth in a medium bowl until smooth, then pour over bread mixture.
Pour in half-and-half and add 3 cups cheese; toss to combine.
Season with salt and pepper.
Transfer to prepared baking dish and cover with foil, buttered side down.
Bake until a paring knife inserted into the center comes out hot, 40–50 minutes.
Heat broiler.
Uncover stuffing and top with remaining cheese.
Broil until top is golden and bubbling, about 4 minutes.
Let sit at least 10 minutes and up to 30 before serving.
Stuffing can be assembled 1 day ahead; cover with foil and chill.
Stuffing can be baked (but not broiled) 3 hours ahead.
Store tightly wrapped at room temperature until ready to broil.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.